CDI ECDIS Requirements
CDI ECDIS Requirements
If Yes:
3.1.81 The company has a procedure addressing the use of ECDIS/ECS
and the correction process for the system.
3.1.80 - 81
ISM 7 The procedure/guidance/manual should include but is not limited
to following items:
- Guidance on benefits and limitations of ECDIS/ECS
- Guidance on what vector system means and what layering of
information is and when and why to switch on and off certain layers.
- Guidance on official and unofficial chart data for use on the on-board
system.
- Clear policy regarding Company training requirement on ECDIS, and
minimum acceptable parameters on alarm settings for use with
ECDIS/ECS. (Example safety contour safety depth, shallow contour,
deep contour etc.).
- The familiarisation check list listing critical parameters to be assessed
for newly appointed deck officers.
- Corrections- guidance on T&Ps management.
- Information on what mode is ECDIS/ECS use approved and does
vessel flag state allow use of RCDS (Raster Chart Display System) and
under what conditions.
- Information on office staff ECDIS /ECS training for purposeful
Navigational audits.
3.1.82 The company has a clear policy regarding minimum acceptable
parameters on alarm settings and layers for use with ECDIS/ECS.
3.1.82 ISM 7 - Examples include safety contour safety depth, shallow
contour, deep contour etc..
3.1.83 STCW 2010
A -VIII/2 22.1
The Master has established standing orders in alignment with the above,
and they are being complied with.
The Inspector will interview various members of the crew to seek
evidence of knowledge and proficiency. The purpose of the interview is
to ensure that personnel can demonstrate sufficient depth of knowledge
and familiarity with the policies, procedures, and equipment on-board, as
laid down in their job description.